IAC Fall Newsletter

Social Support is essential for all parents, but especially those who are parenting a child on the Autism Spectrum. To overcome isolation parents should consider developing social coping strategies. Having at least 2-3 close personal connections that we can trust to lean on and connect with weekly can provide parents with a greater sense of…

“Is THIS what I think it is?” Erik’s eyes twinkle. His dimples emerge, playful. “That depends,” I smile, slightly teasing, “…what you think it is…” “I think you know what I think,” he whispers, dimples escalating. A huge smile is brewing, threatening to erupt. He bites it back. This is better than Christmas.  “And I…

Autism Ontario Workshop – Creating a Healthy Lifestyle: Stay Calm and Carry On! Nutrition, exercise, breathing, meditation and movement will be explored. This evening will be active so come prepared to move! When: January 27, 2015 (6-8 pm) Where: 45 Maple Ave, Barrie What to Bring: Blanket, yoga mat and water Cost: $10/participantMust be 18…

I’m 22 years old and am a recent graduate of the Arts and Design Fundamentals certificate program at Georgian College. I am extremely interested in Digital Photography, particularly Still Life and Nature Shots. I am very adept at photoshop and enjoy using my computer to enhance and create pieces of digital artwork.  

I am in the women’s change room at the local pool, lost in thought. I’m thinking about a lot of things, but mostly that it’s neat to be back, twelve years later, to where the gang took swimming lessons as children. I think of Erik and how we struggled through level one swimming lessons three…

A Model for Living a Good Life for People with Asperger Syndrome How to Apply: 1. Contact Integrated Autism Consulting and provide your Name, Age, Address, Phone Number and E-mail Address. 2. An application package will be forwarded. 3. Complete and return the application package with a $100.00 deposit. 4. Potential participants will be contacted…